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Question
Hello doctor, I have some concerns that I hope to be answered. The other day, my family took me to the doctor and found out that I had a respiratory disease. The family is very worried not knowing where the cause lies, because the child is very careful wherever he goes. So, doctor, what is the cause of respiratory diseases? I hope you can give me some advice, thanks!
Doan Thi Lien (1993)
Reply
Hello! There are many causes of respiratory disease in young children:
Children's respiratory system has not yet fully developed, weak resistance, short airways, breathing many times a minute, leading to easy entry of disease-causing viruses. Environmental factors due to high population density, tobacco smoke, recurrence, location, some children with chronic diseases first. Nutritional factors: Using cold food, fried food, grilled food is relatively dry because the child's throat and mouth are vulnerable. Eat too much sugar, drink carbonated water. Vitamin D in food is very poor, so it should be synthesized from the sun. Covering and wearing masks for children when going out is necessary, but this does not completely protect children because they can only prevent dust and smoke seen with the naked eye, while viruses and microscopic bacteria are still " casually" in and out of the tiny filter holes of the mask. Even indoor air needs to be protected by using an air purifier.
Thank you for trusting and sending questions to Vinmec Health System. Best regards!
Answered by Doctor Le Thu Phuong - Department of Pediatrics - Neonatology - Vinmec Ha Long International General Hospital.
